Best Construction Materials to Use for House in Mysuru — 2024
Which cement brand, TMT steel, sand, and blocks give you the best quality and value for building a house in Mysuru? Our expert guide.
The strength of your house depends entirely on the materials used. Here is what we recommend for construction in Mysuru:
Cement
Use OPC 53 Grade for structural works (columns, slabs) and PPC for plastering and masonry. Top brands: UltraTech, ACC, Ramco.
Steel (TMT Bars)
Fe 500D or Fe 550D grade steel offers the best combination of strength and ductility. Top brands: Tata Tiscon, JSW NeoSteel.
Sand
M-Sand (Manufactured Sand) is now the standard for concrete work, while P-Sand (Plastering Sand) is used for smooth finishes. Ensure it is washed and silt-free.
Bricks/Blocks
Wire-cut red bricks are traditional and excellent for thermal insulation, but AAC (Autoclaved Aerated Concrete) blocks are lighter and faster to build with.